1997 De Tomaso Guara vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1997 De Tomaso Guara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (282 HP) has 148 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 105 kg more than 1997 De Tomaso Guara.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 De Tomaso Guara (402 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1997 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 De Tomaso Guara | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | De Tomaso | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Guara | E |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3981 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 134 HP |
| Torque | 402 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1440 mm |
